21/08/2026
On 16 August 2026 in Munuki, Juba, there was a highly anticipated BCT match between Twic Mayardit and Cuei-Bet that attracted fans from across the city. The atmosphere was electric hours before kickoff, with supporters wearing team colors and chanting in the stands.
The game began with both teams showcasing great talent and sportsmanship on the pitch. A few minutes into the first half, Cuei-Bet broke the deadlock and scored the opening goal. Their fans erupted in celebration, waving flags and singing. Despite trailing 1:0, Twic Mayardit supporters remained confident and kept cheering loudly. They believe in their team’s ability to come back even in the last minutes. Many proudly note that the Twic Mayardit community was among the first in Sudan to establish Olympic-style games back in 1998, long before the independence of South Sudan and before 90% of the fans and players who attended the Cuei-Bet vs Twic Mayardit game were born. That history gives them deep pride in discipline and sports.
At halftime the score remained 1:0. The second half was tough and physical, but Twic Mayardit played calmly and with focus, pushing continuously for an equalizer. As the clock passed 90 minutes, the referee added 7 minutes of stoppage time. In the 90+6th minute, Twic Mayardit the depending champion won a corner kick. The corner taker delivered a perfect ball into the net of Cuei-Bet to make it 1:1. The Twic Mayardit section exploded with joy as usual.
However, the celebration was short-lived. As soon as the final whistle blew, some Cuei-Bet fans, reportedly armed with sticks and knives, ran onto the pitch and attacked Twic Mayardit players and fans. The attack was sudden and unprovoked. Many Twic Mayardit supporters and players were expecting a normal post-match handshake.
Importantly, the innocent players of Cuei-Bet condemned the violence and tried to separate the fighting. Security personnel quickly intervened. In an effort to disperse the crowd and restore order, a warning gunshot was fired into the air. The situation was eventually brought under control, but the incident left many fans shocked and disappointed.
Football is meant to unite communities, not divide them. Both teams and the BCT organizers now face the responsibility of ensuring that such violence never happens again.
Part 2............To be continue
